On behalf of the staff of EcoAmerica Tours, we wish you a most pleasant experience while traveling with us. You can be certain that we have put a lot of effort and hard work into the planning of your travel arrangements and so will be with your travel execution. It is our goal to have you enjoy a trouble-free adventure.

Travel Documents

Before living your city of origin, please take a few moments to review all your documents for accuracy. In addition to your Valid Passport, your will also need our Master Voucher, which will contain your local contact’s information and a chronological list of each one of the services included in your reservation.

Please keep in mind that our Master Voucher might be exchanged at your first point of contact, when applicable, for a series of individual service orders for each and every one of the different travel services contracted, booked, confirmed, and prepaid by our local office.

After deplaning, you will need to go through Immigration and Customs before exiting the airport. Our associates are not allowed into the Immigration/Custom areas. If you are to receive an arrival transfer, please look for our representative with a sign with your name and our company name on it. Our local office and all the operators involved in the handling of your travel arrangements also aim to provide you with the finest possible service, and to make sure that your travel needs are to your satisfaction.

Below, please find a few tips which will come in handy before packing, and through the length of your trip.

Packing

Pack wise, pack light! Pack only what you know you will use and avoid unnecessary items, such as hair-dryer, basic toiletries (soap or body wash, shampoo, conditioner, body lotion); the hotels we choose for your program will provide you those items and much more!

Flying within Peru has specific luggage restrictions, depending on the airline. You may want to check with your airline what their policy is.

As for the train to Machu Picchu, please be aware that Peru Rail and Inca Rail have a very strict Baggage Policy on Board (routes to Machu Picchu, either from Cusco or from the Sacred Valley), allowing only one carry-on per passenger as blocking exits is prohibited by law. Your carry-on should weigh up to 8 kilos (11 pounds) and measure up to 45 inches (22 x 14 x 9 in).

If necessary, your hotel in Cusco or in the Sacred Valley (depending on your vacations program) will provide safe storage for the rest of your luggage.

Your trip by train to Machu Picchu: Please be aware that Peru Rail has a very strict Baggage Policy on Board (routes to Machu Picchu, either from Cusco or from the Sacred Valley), as follows:

On the routes to Machu Picchu, the train ticket allows ONLY the transportation of the passengers and their hand luggage according to the following measures and specifications.

Baggage exceeding the measures will not be allowed on board. Blocking exits is prohibited by law.

If necessary, your hotel in Cusco will provide safe storage for your luggage.

1 Bag or Backpack

Are you doing the Inca Trail? If that is the case, you will need to review specific details about your expedition.

Are you climbing Huayna Picchu? Then, you may want to read additional information about your adventure.

Clothing

It is important to keep in mind that temperatures and clothing needs vary depending on elevation. Packing soft sided luggage with wheels will make traveling around the country much easier. The selected hotels in your program have laundry service available for guests. We have found that traveling light makes for a more enjoyable adventure and in addition to that, international flights may be restrictive!

Even though Lima is an informal and casual city, we recommend men to wear pants (jeans are OK), and ladies should wear skirts, pants or Bermuda length shorts. For the evening meal, men should wear nice slacks, shirt and sweater (sport jacket is optional), and women will feel comfortable in a nicer casual evening attire, and a shawl. Formal attire is only used when conducting business.

The highland areas can be cold, and a sweater is recommended. For the jungle and archeological areas light, loose-fitting shirts and long pants are essential. If you plan to hike in the jungle make sure you bring raingear, and two pair of boots or hiking shoes, since one pair can be worn while the other dries from the previous day use. Sunglasses, and a hat or cap are essential.

Safety

For your safety and convenience, we recommend that you exercise caution (as you would in any part of the world) with the handling of large amounts of cash or showing off expensive jewelry. It is a good idea to leave your jewelry at home. Be cautious for pick pockets, especially when visiting the markets. Always make photocopies of your passport, and place the passport in the hotel safe while carrying the photocopy with you all times.
Scan your passport and air tickets (if not the e type). Store this (in an email sent to yourself) in your web based email account. You can also store the details of your emergency ‘lost card’ telephone numbers in your web based email account so you know who to contact if your credit card or ATM card is lost or stolen. This way, even if you lose everything, you have immediate access to your all important information.

Water

We recommend drinking bottled water.

Passport and Visa

Traveling to a foreign country requires a valid passport, regardless the nationality of the traveler. A valid passport means that it should be valid upon entry to a country and for at least 6 months after date of entry. This is very important for you to keep in mind because without a valid passport, any traveler is allowed to leave his country of origin. The normal processing time for a passport is four to six weeks (a longer period exists during certain times of the year), and a passport can be obtained quickly from your regional passport office. Please contact your regional passport office for details.

Citizens from the US and Canada do not require a visa to enter to Peru. Citizens of other countries, please contact the nearest consulate for information on travel documents (i.e. visa, tourist card, etc.) before departure.

Currency

The local currency is the Peruvian Nuevo Sol. You can exchange US Dollars at your hotel and in every bank in the city and larger towns. Having with you some small denomination US Dollars bills might be helpful for small shopping and tipping.

NOTE: No one, not even banks, will accept dollar bills that look “old”, or are in anyway damaged or torn.

For your convenience, below you will find a currency converter. Please keep in mind that this is an external third-party tool and it is provided for illustrative purposes only.

Credit Cards

Major Credit Cards (American Express, Master Card, and Visa) are accepted in the city and larger towns. Pack your credit and debit cards and keep them in a safe but easily accessible place. Write down their numbers, along with the international toll-free number to call in the event of loss. Do this for every card.

Before you leave, call every card company and advise that you are traveling to Peru and how long you intend to stay there. This is an extremely important precaution. If your card-issuing company does not know you are overseas, it might view any activity on your card as fraud and prohibit you from using it.

Voltage

The whole electric system of Peru is of 220 volts and 60 cycles. Some 4 and 5 star hotels have additional 110 volts electric systems. Please verify if your electric devices, hair dryer, razor, sound system, battery chargers, etcetera, are auto-voltage; if not, the use of an adapter is highly recommended. For your convenience, most of the hotels have adapters available; please ask at the front desk.

Tipping

Tipping in the tourist industry in Peru is customary and strongly encouraged among travelers. In general, you may want to know that tipping is expected at sit-down restaurants and bars, porters in hotels and airports, tour guide staff and drivers, trekking guides, cooks, and porters.

In hotels & larger towns, you can tip in either Peruvian Soles or US Dollars, but if it is the latter, please ensure that the bills are not crumpled. When tipping in rural locations, or on treks, Soles might be more appropriate.

Suggested tipping:

Porters and Bellboys at the Airport and Hotels: $1.00 per bag.

Restaurants: Gratuity is usually not included in your bill; if it is, it will likely be at an upscale establishment, and it will be listed at the bottom of the ticket as a 10% service charge. If this is the case you may want to tip an extra 10% if the service was to your liking. Generally speaking, it is customary to tip about 10-15% of the total in sit-down restaurants.

Guides: Tips for tour or nature guides do depend on the level of service you have received. $10 per person would be the amount you would tip for excellent service.

Drivers: $3.00 to $5.00 per person per day.

Housekeeping at the cities and urban areas: $1.00 per night.

Lodges at the Peruvian Amazon: Tipping boxes are provided and a rate of $3.00 per person per day is suggested; this will be shared out between all the staff at the lodge.

Trekking guides, porters, and cooks: Depending on the number of staff accompanying your group, we recommend that each hiker tip between $10.00 and $40.00.The guide will distribute the tips evenly among the staff members at the end of the hike.

Time Zone

Peru is in the Central Standard Time Zone and daylight savings time is not observed.

Taxis

The program we designed for you includes all the transportation you need; however, in case of an emergency, your hotel will be able to call a cab for you.

Postal Service

Post offices around the country are open from 08:00 to 12:00 and from 15:00 to 17:00 (schedule varies from region to region).

Holidays

The national holidays in Peru are: January 1, Holy Week, May 1, June 29, July 28 and 29, August 30, October 8, November 1, December 8 and 25. On these days offices and shops are closed.

In addition to the national holidays, some of the provinces and municipalities celebrate their own Saint Patron Day and there are other celebrations dating from pre-Hispanic times. Some of the most important are:

January 20 – Marinera Dance Festival – Trujillo

February 1-14 – Virgen de la Candelaria – Puno

March (second week) – Wine Festival – Ica

April 15-20 – Peruvian Paso Horse Festival – Pachacamac (Lima)

May 01 – Virgen de Chapi – Arequipa

May (first week) – Qoyllur Rit’i – Cusco

June 24 – Inti Raymi – Cusco

Movable (May/Jun) – Corpus Christi – Cusco

September (last week) – International Spring Festival – Trujillo

October 18 & 28 – The Lord of the Miracles Lima

Please keep in mind that during these festivities people celebrate, normal activities are put on hold, the main square fills with revelers, and the richest expressions of traditional culture are proudly displayed.

Local Offices Hours / Social (meal) Times

Private offices generally open at 09:00 a.m. and close at 6:00 PM. Shops, depending on their location are open from 09:00 AM and closed between7:00 and 8:00 PM.

Meal times: breakfast from 06:00 to 09:00; lunch from 12:30 PM to 3; 30 PM, and dinner from 7:30 to 10:00 PM.

Communications

Direct dial service to the U.S. is available. Fax, cable, radio and television are easily accessible.

Medical Treatment

Without being too negative, we would like to point out that accidents or sickness can occur while on vacation. Carry with you all the times your basic medical information: blood type, allergies, and medications. Bring with you a full supply of the medications you will need. Most medications are available in Peru, although the particular brand or type may not be available. You will often have to pay for any medical treatment; however, check with your health insurance provider prior to departure to see if they will cover you while on your vacation, and to the extent of the coverage.

Immunizations

When you are traveling to Peru directly from the US or Canada, there are no special immunization requirements. Yellow Fever inoculation is recommended only for some remote areas of the Amazon basin and if your itinerary includes the Peruvian Amazon, we will provide you with specific information and recommendations. If you have specific health concerns, you should speak to your personal physician before traveling.

In case your itinerary includes visiting countries such as Brazil and/or Costa Rica after visiting Peru, you need to know that Yellow Fever inoculation is mandatory. The immigration authorities in these two countries might be very strict and deny your entry if you fail to present the vaccination proof.

Legal Services

Legal Services are available. It is better to contact your embassy or consulate for any assistance. Leave a copy of your passport at the hotel’s safe.

Language

The official language is Spanish, but various indigenous communities speak Quechua which is also considered an official language. English is spoken in almost all tourist areas.

Weather Patterns

Because Peru has such a diverse geography, weather conditions vary from season to season and region to region. If it’s warm on the coast it can be very cold in the mountains and you can find completely different weather in the jungle. On the coast winter lasts from June to September. During this period, the mountainous areas are often sunny and warm during the day but cold at night. This is tourist season and the best time to visit most regions. Heavy rains in the mountains and jungle last from December to April. It hardly ever rains in Lima and most of the coast. However there are some places, like Tumbes and Piura, which have tropical climates.

Jungle Bugs

Don’t let the thought of bugs get you down. Many areas of the US have more bothersome insects than Peru. This is not to say they aren’t there, but you can have an enjoyable vacation and not have a bug ruin your adventure. The right type of protection and common sense can make your trip worry-free.

When entering the forest, wear light weight cotton long sleeve shirts and long pants. Cover all exposed skin surfaces with insect repellent. Avoid being outdoors at dusk, as this is when many of the insects feed. Using these simple tips will make your trip enjoyable. Please remember that not every bug is out looking for you, but they are there (especially if you are visiting them in their home: the rain forest). Don’t let them ruin your adventure!

Exit Requirements, Airport Taxes, and Tax-Free Shopping

To exit Peru you will need to show your valid passport with an entering stamp and return the Andean Immigration Card that was handed to you when entering the country

Customs Alert

During your permanency in Peru is absolutely forbidden to acquire and to try to take out of the country archaeological or valuable historical artistic objects. The non-fulfillment of this norm is reason of penal sanctions. Peru has international agreements with most of the countries for the confiscation of these objects when they are taken out of Peru. Avoid taking risks.

What to Bring Recommendations – Summary

The following is a general list of those items that we, at EcoAmerica Tours, have found to come in handy while traveling.

Clothing

Bandana

Casual resort wear including men’s long pants for dinner time in the city. Some 4 and 5 star hotels require this attire at their A La Carte or Specialty Restaurants

Cotton or synthetic blend socks

Cotton shirts, some long and some short sleeved

Light sweater or sweatshirt

Lightweight water resistant hiking boots

Lightweight water resistant jacket or poncho

Long pants (cotton or synthetic blend; avoid jeans since they do not dry fast)

Shorts (cotton or synthetic blend)

Sun hat or baseball cap

Swimsuit

Tennis or walking shoes

Warm jacket (for higher elevations only)

Windbreaker

Health Kit

Antibacterial ointment (i.e. Neosporin)

Band-aids

Cortisone cream

Imodium A.D.

Insect repellent

Moist wipes

Prescription medication

Solarcaine lotion or gel

Gear

Backup prescription eyewear and medication (if needed)

Binoculars

Camera with fresh batteries and large capacity memory card (or lots of film)

Traveling with small children? here are some additional recommendations

An interesting book or a coloring book with crayons and color pencils

Some table or electronic games to play

Rubber boots and a lightweight poncho

Dress in Peru, for the most part, is very casual. Temperatures and clothing needs vary depending on elevation. Packing soft sided luggage with wheels will make traveling around the country much easier. Most hotels have laundry service available for guests. We have found that traveling light makes for a more enjoyable adventure.

When packing remember that on almost all domestic flights and the train ride from Cusco to Machu Picchu there is a weight and volume restriction, and these days, international flights may be restrictive too!

Last but Certainly not Least: To Enjoy the Most While Vacationing

An open mind and tolerant spirit will be your best allies for a successful trip wherever you go. Your attitude towards new, unfamiliar experiences plays a key role in how much you will enjoy when visiting a foreign country.

Try to speak at least the basic words in the language of the country you are visiting: the local people will appreciate your efforts and shows your interest for the country.

To have a closer approach to the country you are visiting, establish contact if possible with the communities near the hotels you are staying at.

Even if you do not understand certain situations or people’s behaviors, do not judge them based on a first impression.

Be spontaneous and friendly: people notice it.

Be positive and especially patient with the unexpected: remember that language and cultural barriers do exist.

Do not expect things or people to be like they are at home: the magic of traveling relies on discovering the world’s differences.

Important Notice

Since the information provided above has been collected from several sources and even though we attempt to keep it updated, it tends to change, and we cannot guarantee its accuracy.

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Testimonials

Awesome time in Peru

Just a quick note to report that my clients, the Family of 15, had an awesome time in Peru and have arrived home safe and sound! Thanks for all your help!

Camille Carroll

Valet Travel - San Diego, CA (619) 563-5890

Thanks Ecoamerica Tours

Thank you for your follow up yesterday. Later in the day I heard from the Young’s and they really liked the tour and arrangements. Looking forward to working with you again in the future..

Miriam Arato

Tiffany Travel - Studio City, CA (718) 858-0278

We highly recommend your Agency

Thank you for your expert planning and attention to detail that made our recent trip to Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu, Iguazu Falls and Rio de Janeiro so memorable. You were able to listen to our wishes and put together a trip for us that was perfect in every way. We met so many wonderful, knowledgeable… Read more “We highly recommend your Agency”

The Browns

Houston, TX

Awesome Peru trip

Just wanted to thank you again for all your help. Mr. Lain had an awesome Peru trip. He wants to go back and is working ‘rosetta stone’ to learn Spanish. 600 pictures, video and chitter bites were his treasures upon returning. He said he has lots to share with his students.

Dee Cella

Travizon Travel & Safari - Issaquah, WA (425) 271-9107

What a fabulous Trip!

You did an excellent job and the local staff and guides were very, very good. I can’t say enough on how accommodating and on top of things they were. You were right, we did it all and that is what we wanted. So glad we didn’t miss the Sacred Valley either. The first two hotels… Read more “What a fabulous Trip!”

Dove Blanton

Doves Travel, NC (252)354 3683

A wonderful Peruvian Vacation

Thanks for putting together a wonderful Peruvian vacation for our group. No words can express the wonders of this beautiful and friendly country. Every minute of our holiday was magical; the guides were great and we all had a fantastic time.

Stephenie Willius

Stephenie's Cruise and Travel - Salem, OR (503) 371-4554

A wonderful Family Adventure Holiday

Joe and his two daughters just came back from a wonderful Family Adventure Holiday in Costa Rica. Marcelo, you did it again! Everything was perfect, from beginning to end. I feel confident, comfortable and grateful, every time I put my clients in your very capable hands!

Bunny Field

Hungarian Travel, Inc - Thousand Oaks, CA (818) 883-9111

Fabulous Peru Trip

“…I want to thank you for the fabulous Peru trip. It was absolutely amazing!!! The tours were wonderful, and the English speaking guides were fabulous. They certainly knew what they were explaining to us, and their passion for the history and culture of Peru were evident. It made us feel excited to learn. I really… Read more “Fabulous Peru Trip”

Liz Kaprelian

Ambassador Travel - Oshkosh, WI (920) 236-7777

A Wonderful Peru Trip

Just want to thank you very much for the fabulous job you did with the D Family; as you can see in their message, they are raving about your local services: “Thank you one more time for the wonderful Peru trip you recommended and booked for us. We had a fabulous time and will be… Read more “A Wonderful Peru Trip”

Mia Beric

Anina Travel Service - Chicago, IL (312) 263-2129

They had a wonderful time!

Wanted to let you know my clients that went to Peru had a wonderful time! Thank you so much for helping me make their trip wonderful! Thanks Again!

Kathleen Bostick-Geraci

Hazel Phillips Travel - The Dalles, OR (541) 296-6105

From the first phone call to your company I was hooked

I used your company for the first time last year when I was doing a destination wedding in Lima. From the first phone call to your company I was hooked. I knew I had found the perfect tour company to assist me. After the wedding, many of the guests did separate trips and everything went… Read more “From the first phone call to your company I was hooked”

Peggy A. Fischer CTIE

Shooting Star Travels

Young at Heart in Costa Rica

Hello Erin & Marcelo My two couples just returned from Costa Rica with great reports about the delivery of all service. They were very pleased to see their guide Homer waiting for them as they stepped off the cruise ship. They enjoyed all the adventures you arranged for them; especially the river rafting and the… Read more “Young at Heart in Costa Rica”

Jill Loveless

Carefree Travel - Delavan, WI (262) 728-8221

Our dream did come through!

Our dream did come through! My friend and I had a fascinating Peruvian Adventure; we visited Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu and the Amazon. The views were extraordinary, the food delicious and the people very friendly. We had excellent guides, William in the Amazon was outstanding, and he made our visit to the Amazon a real… Read more “Our dream did come through!”

Olga Apple

Montfort World Travel - Chula Vista, CA (619) 691-1594

The Jenkins and their Peru Getaway

Thank you so much for all you did with the Jenkins and their Peru Getaway. They really enjoyed it very much!!! She stated that everything was wonderful.

Randy Otts

2 Getaway Travel - Spring, TX 832-482-2388

Group to Costa Rica

The fifteen member family group that we sent to Costa Rica over Spring Break had a fantastic time! The beautiful ten room villa that you arranged for their accommodations was absolutely perfect! Their adventures through the rainforest, the catamaran cruise, and river rafting outings were enjoyed by all family members and will be talked about… Read more “Group to Costa Rica”

Karen Daly

MK All Around Travel - Oak Lawn, Illinois (708) 424-5555

Costa Rica such a wonderful experience

I just wanted to thank all of you for making our holiday in Costa Rica such a wonderful experience for us. My husband and I had a fabulous time! …the fishing was great, especially the off shore fishing. My husband caught 7 sailfish and 2 huge Dorado on Saturday alone! …Again, my sincere thanks to… Read more “Costa Rica such a wonderful experience”

The Martins

Darnestown, MD

Our trip was great!

Our trip was great! Jose and Rafa both very professional and very nice young men. We thoroughly enjoyed them. All the accommodations were good, very good meals, itinerary worked out fine. The birders were all thrilled with all we saw. I really appreciated how the details for the last night’s dinner were all worked out,… Read more “Our trip was great!”

Katherine Smith

Independent Travel Agent - Wichita Falls, TX

I want to Thank You for such a marvelous adventure

My sister and I just returned from the Wonders of Peru trip last Thursday. I want to Thank You for such a marvelous adventure. The trip was seamless, the guides far exceeded our expectations. The guides had so much knowledge and where so warm and friendly. From the moment we landed in Lima until the… Read more “I want to Thank You for such a marvelous adventure”

Jan Frechette

Kohler Travel - Kohler, WI (877) 457-4441 - Ext. 72782

Great tour for my clients

Thank you again for all of your good advice and planning such a great tour for my clients. You may happily use me as a referral!

Sandra Kerr Darby

Kahala Travel - San Diego, CA (619) 440-0798

Trip to Costa Rica

The Klein’s just returned from the trip to Costa Rica and had a fabulous experience. Everything went well, they loved the driver and all the tours that you booked for them. Thank you for always taking amazing care of our guests.

Louise Streiff

Rancho San Diego Travel - La Mesa, CA (619) 670-7425

Thanks Marcelo and Erin

Thanks Marcelo and Erin for taking such good care of the JM family. Please share their trip review with your team here and in Costa Rica: “We arrived home last night from our family vacation in Costa Rica. What a great trip! All of the arrangements went completely smoothly, and we were very pleased with… Read more “Thanks Marcelo and Erin”

Connie Ebright

Ebright Travel - Glendale, CA (818) 244-7599

Trip of a Lifetime!

Just a short note to thank you for making The Frisch’s trip to Peru so fantastic. The whole family had a great time and enjoyed the culture, friendly people and the unbelievable scenery. They had nothing but good things to say about the guides and tours. Thank you and your team for all of your… Read more “Trip of a Lifetime!”

Marlene Lynch

Marks Travel Inc - Oak Park, IL(708) 383-6776

Trip to the Galapagos and Machu Picchu

Thanks again for helping plan our trip to the Galapagos and Machu Picchu in Peru. We had a wonderful time.

AK & SW

Mt. Prospect, IL

A phenomenal trip to Peru!

Thank you so much for arranging the phenomenal trip to Peru. Every single day and tour went smoothly and were perfect. I am so incredibly happy you and your team helped make one of my dreams come true. Everything was so incredibly organized, affordable, and safe! I was amazed to see Cusco and Machu Picchu… Read more “A phenomenal trip to Peru!”

J. Milstead

Solo Traveler

Great Trip

Thanks for the really great trip. Everything was stellar from the transfers, hotels and excursions.

Hazel Henderson

Uniglobe Travel USA - Irvine, CA (440) 428-5959

When they say they love what they do, they REALLY mean it!

First impressions are lasting impressions and that is what EcoAmerica Tours is all about. I began planning for my group of 20 people with Marcelo and Erin Ahumada over a year before we traveled. Each step along the way was prompt, pleasant and always with the best interest of each traveler in mind. EcoAmerica’s partners… Read more “When they say they love what they do, they REALLY mean it!”

Linda Meadors

Blue Horizon Travel & Yacht Charters - Orion, IL(800) 939-4334

Tour through EcoAmerica Tours

I would write you and let you know how our tour through EcoAmerica worked out. We were impressed from the moment we got to the airport in Lima… Our guides were very knowledgeable, personal and very informative. Our visit to Machu Picchu, including the train ride was literally a treat… When we flew from Cusco… Read more “Tour through EcoAmerica Tours”

Belinda Bacon

Pulaski Tickets & Tours

Costa Rica was fantastic!

Just to let you know Costa Rica was fantastic and everything went off very well! All the tours were done exceptionally well! The best activities by far were the Monte Verde Zip Line and the Arenal Waterfall rappelling! These had the greatest adrenaline and the best pictures. The scenery was priceless. I’m the only one… Read more “Costa Rica was fantastic!”

N Bezayiff

Solo Traveler

Trip to Peru

I just wanted to share my clients’ comments with you on their trip to Peru over the Christmas holiday. They are well traveled and always give me input. I certainly will use your services again thanks to a job well done. Thank you and may we both have a prosperous new year.

Promenade Travel - Westlake Village, CA (818) 879-8747

Everybody enjoyed the experience

Our Group just returned from Costa Rica. We had a great time, everybody enjoyed the experience. Our program was filled with lots of adventures, all the services were provided as represented, including your choice of properties, the Montana de Fuego hotel in Arenal and the Villas Sol All Inclusive Beach Resort in Hermosa Beach. You… Read more “Everybody enjoyed the experience”

Ruby Degenhard

Best Connection Travel, Inc - Annapolis, MD (410) 224-4555

My Clients really enjoyed their stay

My clients that traveled over spring break; the Hodes to Costa Rica and the Perrys to Belize really enjoyed their stay. Thanks for all your help!

Kim Cook

Love To Travel - Overland Park, KS (913) 681-3688

Great travel to Peru

My son and I truly enjoyed the Peru Holiday Adventure you guys put together for us. I have shared my pictures from Machu Picchu with my clients and they all say that Machu Picchu is on their Bucket List. Thanks for a great travel experience!

Jennifer L. Walker

Jennifer Walker Travel - Washington, IL (309) 256-2984

A huge thank you

…a HUGE thank you to you and your team. My clients, the Starr Baiers LOVED your services in Costa Rica. They had nothing but good things to say about the guides and tours. They complaint about the check-in process one small hotel, but they wound up loving the hotel once they had a good night’s… Read more “A huge thank you”

Sally Fedrizzi

Vagabond Tour and Travel - Baldwinsville, NY (315) 857-3234

Thank you for taking such good care of my clients

I wanted to let you know I finally got a chance to talk to my clients the M Family …. The first trip you helped me plan … and they LOVED it. Everything went smoothly & perfectly, and they loved Costa Rica so much they are already planning to go back! They asked me to tell you… Read more “Thank you for taking such good care of my clients”

Mandy Lemerond

Heart of the Valley Travel - Appleton, WI (920) 734-3929

Guatemala and Belize with EcoAmerica

I wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed our most recent adventure to Guatemala and Belize with EcoAmerica. This was out third excursion with you. Once again, everything that you arranged for was excellent! We were able to customize our trip exactly how we envisioned it. You were able to coordinate other family… Read more “Guatemala and Belize with EcoAmerica”

Chris and Jim

Miller’s Trip

I just talked to the Miller’s. They had a wonderful time with all your arrangements. Everything went perfectly, just as you explained. They were very pleased. I want to thank you and hope to have to opportunity to work with you again. Your organization of the trip was perfect. Thanks for your attention to detail.

Dolores Habberstad

Hazel Phillips Travel - The Dales, OR (541) 296-6105

Thank you Marcelo

Thank you Marcelo for arranging a beautiful itinerary for my group to Peru. It was full of excitement from beginning to end. The way you’ve arranged our itinerary made it easier for us to adjust with the altitude. The hotels were beautiful, especially the El Refugio Hotel in Colca and Posada del Inca Yucay Hotel… Read more “Thank you Marcelo”

Veronica Isham

World Travel - Chino, CA (517) 589-5731

Trip to Machu Picchu & Galapagos

Mr. and Mrs. Ray and Mr. Juliano recently returned from their Machu Picchu and Galapagos personal expedition. They very much enjoyed the personalized services your company planned for them; in fact we have other clients looking to do the same itinerary, we will keep you posted.

Cindy McKeehan

McGeary's Travel - Albany, NY (518) 436-3411

Great Costa Rica Service

I wanted to thank you for the great Costa Rica service received by both of my recent bookings; the H family vacation as well as the S family Spring Break! I will be using you for all my Central and South American travels. Thank You!

Laura Chapman

Holiday Travel Vacations - Marquette, MI(906) 228-6355

Wonderful Time in Ecuador and Panama

Hi Marcelo, the Bazants had a wonderful time in Ecuador and Panama, they were very impressed with your services and rest assured we will use your company again. Thanks again!

Cathy Eberts

Walnut Grove Travel - Langley, BC, Canada (604) 888-6020

Our Panama & Belize Trip

Wanted to let you know how pleased we were with our Panama and Belize trip. The accommodations were great, the guides and drivers knowledgeable, the transfers were good. Overall we would (and will) recommend your company to others. We really appreciated all your help and for being so flexible with the changes we requested. We… Read more “Our Panama & Belize Trip”

C & J

Walla, WA

Exceptional arrangements in Costa Rica

I would like to share comments from my valued clients regarding the exceptional arrangements in Costa Rica: “Everyone in our group want to thank you for the recommendation and arranging the tour. Homer, our guide, was excellent. It rained like crazy in the gardens and even that was fun for a bunch of rain starved… Read more “Exceptional arrangements in Costa Rica”

Natalie Reich

Why Not Travel

Argentina great trip

My clients just came back from Argentina, so I want to share their comments with you: “…the tour operators were great, always on time, friendly, with a smile, and very helpful. To be honest, we were surprised of such professionalism. [We] had a great time and you can see that Argentina is an upcoming tourist… Read more “Argentina great trip”

Melanie Granados

Fuga Travel - Lafayette, LA (337) 303-6252

I love Costa Rica

I just wanted you to know how excited and pleased I was that I sent you the picture to share some of the beauty of Costa Rica. I fell in love with the area but mostly with the people; they were so kind and great at telling us history and describing the landscapes. It was… Read more “I love Costa Rica”

Suzanne Goodrich-Greene and Friends

Houston, TX

Best Vacation ever

An amazing trip to Peru. Best Vacation ever. Learned a lot about the history of the Incas of Machu Picchu and the Spanish conquistadors. Got to spend time with my kids. Everyone got along. The guides were wonderful. Timeliness was excellent. The drive from Cusco to Puno was 8 hours but it was broken up… Read more “Best Vacation ever”

Peggy Fischer

Shooting Stars Travel - West Bend, WI ( 262) 335-9990

It truly exceeded all our expectations

We want to tell you how much we appreciated all you did to make our Machu Picchu and Galapagos combination trip so wonderful. It truly exceeded all our expectations. We both commented several times how much easier our travel was this time with the help of all your guides and transfers. It makes the whole… Read more “It truly exceeded all our expectations”

Thanks for taking care of my clients

Just a few lines to let you know how much my clients enjoyed their trip with your company. They only wished they had allotted more time. Thanks for taking care of them.

Stephenie

Stephenie's Cruises and Travel - Salem, OR (503) 371-4554

Galapagos Trip

Thank you so much for helping us on this trip! The Red Mangrove was very accommodating and helpful to the enjoyment of our Galapagos trip. Never had an issue. Best people!

Maria Paredes

Windstar Travel - Akron, OH (330) 666-5843

We had a great time!

I want to share with you and your team, what Melissa and Cheryl just sent to me: “…We had a great time! Thank you very much for such a wonderful itinerary! I felt like we saw so much of Peru, like we had such an action packed week… And all of the guides we had… Read more “We had a great time!”

Stephenie Willius

Stephenie's Cruise and Travel

Thanks to a Job Well Done

I just wanted to share my clients’ comments with you on their trip to Peru over the Christmas holiday: “Pat, first I want to say thank you. The trip was fabulous and all the hotels, transfers, and guides were great too. Overall it was a great experience.” They are well traveled and always give me… Read more “Thanks to a Job Well Done”

Pat Aloi

Promenade Travel - Westlake Village, CA (818) 879-8747

Our Group to Chile and Argentina

Our group just returned from their trip to Chile & Argentina and had a fabulous experience. Everything went well, they loved their guides, drivers and all the tours that you booked for them. Especially enjoyed their meals. Thank you for taking amazing care of our guests.

Gwen Lang

Gwen's Global Travel Monument, CO

Our Panama and Colombia Trip

I spoke with my clients and they were most delighted with their trip. My sincere thanks for making the vacation a memorable one. You are the best. Please read below their grateful review: “I am sending this letter with our sincere thanks on behalf of all four of us whom you recently helped organize the… Read more “Our Panama and Colombia Trip”

Cheryl Hurley

Dream Navigators - Elmhurst, IL (630) 279-2909

An Amazing Trip in the Galapagos Islands

We returned today from our Galapagos Cruise Adventure on board the deluxe M/Y Grace and I just wanted to tell you quickly that the trip was amazing and that everything was very well organized !!!! Thanks again for all your support and I will for sure come back to you for any other Latin America… Read more “An Amazing Trip in the Galapagos Islands”

J & S

Amazing Vacation

EcoAmerica Tours put together a one of a kind trip for me that I took in June/July 2015. I traveled alone and I am a young female. I felt safe and had each day of my vacation planned out for me with a guide and a driver at minimal cost.

Jennifer Mead

Traveling to Peru last March

I wanted you to know that the clients I booked with you, traveling to Peru last March, had a wonderful time. Even the mother, who was apprehensive about making the trip initially, had a great time thanks to your help and support during travel. They all agreed that they would go back in a heartbeat!… Read more “Traveling to Peru last March”

Jean Barnes

Heart of the Valley Travel - Appleton, WI (920) 734-3929

Travel to Ecuador

I want to share my clients’ comments regarding their Ecuador travel arrangements. With comments like these I will continue to direct business your way. Thanks for doing a great job for my valued clients.

Natalie Reich

Why Not Travel - Chatsworth, CA (818) 718-9031

Our Trip to Peru was Amazing

Our Trip to Peru was Amazing, there are NO WORDS to describe what we saw or did. The Tour Guides and the drivers were AWESOME. The local people were great and very helpful when we needed. We feel very comfortable recommending your services, there was NOT One thing that went Wrong! Everything was Great!

The Best Vacation

Our Galapagos Trip was great. Thanks for making this vacation the best ever. – Anita Durst

Maria Paredes

Windstar Travel - Akron, OH (330) 666-5843

I had a wonderful adventure!

I want to let you and your colleagues at Eco-America know I had a wonderful adventure! All the transfers were on schedule, accommodations were wonderful, and activities were superb. My highlight was seeing the green turtles hatch from the sand and make their way to the sea!! We were fortunate to see three nesting areas… Read more “I had a wonderful adventure!”

Akiko Matsuno

2 Getaway Travel

Thank You for the Wonders of Peru

I just want to take the time to personally thank you for the Wonders of Peru plus Cusco that you planned for my clients. Their report to me was that everything went perfectly and they were “treated like royalty”. Our office has always strived to give excellent customer service, and these days it is extremely… Read more “Thank You for the Wonders of Peru”

Olivia Davidson

Franklin Travel Services - Franklin, TN (615) 791-4690

Thank you once again EcoAmerica Tours

We cannot thank you enough for the wonderful vacation in Costa Rica! We were surprised and delighted how smoothly everything went. Every hotel transfer and excursion was right on time as scheduled. Our room at the Mountain Paradise Hotel was spacious and clean. It had the most awesome view of the volcano which we were… Read more “Thank you once again EcoAmerica Tours”

Clients of Cary Travel Express

Cary Travel Express - Cary, IL (847) 639-3300

Costa Rica Journey

My clients just came back from Costa Rica, they had a great time and everything was as good or better than expected. The whole family appreciated the fact that the entire vacation was planned with the adventures taking place at the beginning of the itinerary, and their beach stay at the end.

Greg Thien

RWD Travel - Tipton, IA 1-866-412-2999

Excellent organization trip to Peru

Thank you for the excellent organization of our trip to Peru, the beautiful hotels, the itinerary, and the private cooking lesson at the Inkaterra Pueblo Hotel in Machu Picchu. Both the guide for the train and Machu Picchu, and the Lake Titicaca / Sillustani Tombs were fantastic with a wealth of information. Thanks again for… Read more “Excellent organization trip to Peru”